Student Life & Services

Child Care: Early Childhood Development Center

1313 William S. White Building
(810) 424-5214
Fax: (810) 237-6690
http://www.umflint.edu/ecdc

Hours: 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Director: Joslyn Marinelli
Administrative Specialist: Tara Hyatt 
Head Teachers: Jen Cozart, Khloe Girard, Mary Lynn Gottler, Mariah Haskins, Nikki Hurley, Angela Sintery, Ashley Sullivan
Food Service Associate: Shaide Tallent

The faculty and staff of the Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) is committed to providing a high quality program for young children and their families. The program is nationally accredited through NAEYC and designed to promote the development of the total individual by helping each child to develop skills in the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive areas. This is accomplished by providing a balanced program that includes both teacher directed and child initiated activities, quiet as well as active experiences, and the recognition that learning occurs in both formal and informal settings, especially through play.

Young children are integrally connected to their homes and families, and it is understood that families are and should be the principle influence in their children’s lives. The ECDC seeks to be appropriately responsive to families. Parents, teachers, and staff work together toward the goal of nurturing children in an environment where all are respected for their individual differences and provided with the building blocks for a lifelong love of learning.

The ECDC is a ‘living laboratory’ where adults as well as children come to learn. We believe that we learn from the children just as much as they are learning from us. Teachers are co-collaborators with children. Teachers are guiding, mentoring, and modeling, but also observing, reflecting, and hypothesizing. Teachers are researchers, studying the changes that individual children have as they grow, as well as the changes in the group and between group members. Our teachers are curious, interested, and enthusiastic about how children learn, and how children show us what they know. We understand that much of what children show us about their learning and understanding of the world is not through verbal communication.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Early Childhood Development Center is to:

1. Promote the development of social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, physical and creative skills in an environment sensitive to each child’s strengths and needs.
2. Provide opportunities to educate University of Michigan-Flint students in skills relevant to their professions.
3. Offer high quality child care to our constituents: students, faculty, staff and community.
4. Contribute to the ongoing development and education of early childhood professionals, families, and caregivers in the Flint area through research, collaboration, and teaching.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

264 Harding Mott University Center
Phone: (810) 762-3456
Fax: (810) 762-3498
https://www.umflint.edu/caps

Sr. Director, Student Health & Wellness: Dr. Lisa Sancrant. Ph.D., LPC
Asst. Director of CAPS: Kayla Bueby, MSW, LMSW-Clinical 
Counselor: Johnny Linn, MA, MA, LPC
Counselor: Jenna Newton, MSW, LMSW-Clincial
Counselor: Angelica Pineda, MSW, LMSW-Clinical
Administrative Assistant: Leanne Vamossy

College students may experience many mental wellbeing related challenges in completing their degree such as depression, anxiety, adjustment to new demands and/or environments, relationship concerns, test anxiety, time management, eating issues or body image concerns, and addictive behaviors. CAPS supports students’ academic and personal success by providing free mental health services to enrolled students. CAPS staff also offer consultation services to faculty and staff as needed and workshops, presentations, and trainings to the campus community about many mental wellbeing topics. These services are central to student persistence and success at the University of Michigan-Flint. CAPS is dedicated to ensuring a safe environment that is highly student-centered and results oriented which meets the needs of our diverse campus community.

At CAPS, currently enrolled students can be provided with the following services:

• Screenings for mental health concerns
• Access to wellness activities within the CAPS office
• Individual, couples, and group counseling
• Crisis intervention (during and after business hours)
• Referrals to community providers and treatment centers
• Outreach workshops on a variety of topics such as stress management, test anxiety, and suicide prevention

CAPS can provide clinicial services in person or remotely via Zoom or phone to students located in the state of Michigan. When students are seen for an initial consultation appointment, a CAPS counselor will assess their current mental health concerns and goals and make recommendations regarding best next steps for students to address these concerns. To schedule an appointment with CAPS, students may do one of the following:

• Call CAPS at (810) 762-3456
• Visit the CAPS office in person (264 UCEN)
• Complete an appointment request form on the CAPS intranet page*

*Please note that students should not use our online appointment request form to request a same-day mental health crisis appointment. Instead, students should be directed to the CAPS Crisis Resources intranet page for more information about how to request crisis support.

Records kept by CAPS regarding student engagement in CAPS’ clinical services and other personal information stored by CAPS will be managed within strict professional rules of confidentiality. Confidentiality is breached only in specific and necessary situations which are clearly outlined for students in the CAPS Informed Consent agreement at the time of initial clinical service provision.

Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to contact the CAPS office with any questions related to our services by calling (810) 762-3456.

Disability and Accessibility Support Services

264 Harding Mott University Center
(810) 762-3456
Fax: (810) 762-3498

Coordinator: Chip Evans, M.S.

Disability and Accessibility Support Services will utilize our expertise in disability and higher education to deliver innovative and high quality services and classroom accommodations to students with disabilities. To this end, we will

• Facilitate and advocate for reasonable accommodations allowing students equal access to programs, activities, and services of the institution.
• Cultivate opportunities for students to articulate their strengths and advocate for necessary accommodations.
• Identify and respond to the fluid nature of student needs and learning environments.

Health Services
Beginning Fall 2021, UM-Flint students will have access to a variety of telehealth services offered through a partnership with UM-Ann Arbor’s University Health Services. The program will provide nurse phone triage services and episodic clinical care visits in areas including, but not limited to: primary care, gynecology and sexual health, specialty services referrals, and lab testing.  To make an appointment for non-urgent care, call University Health Services at (734) 764-8320, option 2, and be sure to self-identify as a UM-Flint student.  For nurse advice, call (734) 764-8320 day or night.  For urgent care needs, contact Hurley Medical Center at (810) 262-6744. For medical emergencies while on campus, students should contact UM-Flint Department of Public Safety at 911 or (810) 762-3333.  Mental health services and counseling remain available to all UM-Flint students through Counseling and Psychology Services (CAPS) at UM-Flint.  Additional information can be found online at https://intranet.umflint.edu/dsa/.

UM-Flint students may also be able to obtain general and specialty medical care right next to campus at:

Ascension Downtown Flint Health Center

420 S. Saginaw St. (entrance is off Kearsley St.)

Phone:  (810) 232-3522 (available 24/7) Clinic answers phone between 8 a.m. - Noon and 1 p.m. until close.

When calling, identify self as UM-Flint student, employee, or affiliate.

Please bring the following to all appointments: picture ID and insurance card. If under age 18, written permission from your guardian is required to treat your healthcare needs, and someone 18 years or older must be present for appointment.

For a listing of other health resources near downtown Flint including urgent care, emergency room, and mental health services, as well as information on health insurance and on-campus wellness resources, go to: https://intranet.umflint.edu/dsa/student-health-resources/

Housing and Residential Life

1 Riverfront Center West
(810) 237-6571
Fax: (810) 762-3362
http://www.umflint.edu/housing

University of Michigan-Flint is fully dedicated to the creation of learning-centered communities where inclusiveness, academic excellence, personal growth, and the free exchange of divergent ideas are highly valued. An incredibly diverse group of student residents are encouraged to actively shape their communities, and are expected to balance individual and collective needs with civility and honesty. Our foundation is built upon a presumption of goodwill and the belief that mutual respect is a fundamental right of every human being. All are responsible for upholding the community standards and a safe, inclusive environment.

Housing and Residential Life staff are committed to developing a sensitive, socially just, and humane community in the residence halls. The staff are trained to assist residents in developing a multicultural community, supporting academic achievement, and creating opportunities for personal growth. Housing and Residential Life staff seek to create and maintain safe environments conducive to the development of all students, and assist them in understanding and utilizing college resources and policies.

First Street Residence and Riverfront Residence Halls provide spacious living arrangements, spaces to study, and comfortable lounges for social interactions, all in a completely wireless and high-tech environment that is only minutes away from classes.

Students interested in living on campus should contact the Office of Housing and Residential Life to explore living options.

Legal Services

UM-Flint students have access to a variety of legal services offered through a partnership with UM-Ann Arbor’s Student Legal Services.  The program provides legal services in areas including, but not limited to:  housing (eg., landlord/tenant issues), family (eg., legal name change), consumer (eg., identity theft), traffic (eg., ticket defense assistance), and basic estate planning.   All services will be offered by telephone or video conference consultations and do not include court-appearances or in-person counseling.  However, based on the nature of the issue, SLS may offer referral services to attorneys based in the Flint area for general legal services (including court appearances and in-person counseling).  To access services, call Student Legal Services at (734) 763-9920 and indicate you are a UM-Flint student. Additional information can be found online at https://intranet.umflint.edu/dsa/.

Office of the Registrar

266 University Pavilion
Telephone: (810) 762-3344
Fax: (810) 762-3346
www.umflint.edu/registrar

University Registrar: Lee Cruppenink
Associate Registrar: Stacy L. Lee
Associate Registrar: Celia Dell
Assistant Registrar: Stephanie Kile
Course Schedule Coordinator: Wayne Miracle
Evaluator: Masharri Rogers
Evaluator: Jaclyn Carter
Student Services Specialist II: Scott Roy

The Office of the Registrar’s charge is to preserve the integrity, accuracy, and privacy of all academic records; to uphold the value of courses taken and degrees conferred; to interpret institutional and governmental policies to members of the academic and general community; and to efficiently distribute these records in full compliance with applicable policies, laws and regulations.

The Office of the Registrar provides a wide variety of academic services to students, faculty and staff. The office maintains academic and student data, grades, transcripts, graduation applications and diplomas. Course schedules and catalogs are prepared, schedules of final exams, and room assignments for classes. Registration, drops, adds (adjustments to schedules) are processed. The office provides students with degree evaluations in MyDegreePlan for academic programs. The Office of the Registrar develops systems and procedures for business processes, produces official enrollment data, and responds to the student information needs of the university community. The Registrar serves as a liaison for students seeking residency status at the University of Michigan-Flint.

Recreational Services

(810) 762-3441

umflint.edu/reccenter

Sr. Director, Student Health & Wellness: Dr. Lisa Sancrant. Ph.D., LPC

The 80,000 square foot facility offers a variety of recreation spaces spread over 3 levels. The department is one of the largest employers of UM-Flint students on campus, as we rely heavily on students to assist with day to day operations and events.

The department of Recreational Services offers the following programs:

• Club Sports are university sponsored student-run organizations that compete against other colleges.

• Intramural Sports are free and consist of weekly leagues and drop in contests (Fall & Winter semesters) allow UM-Flint students to compete against one another.  Sports include volleyball, futsal soccer, basketball, and many others.

• Fitness Classes & Personal Training. A variety of free, drop-in fitness classes are hosted multiple times each week, including yoga & circuit/cross training. Personal training is also available for a fee, where a certified trainer will help you meet your personal fitness goals one-on-one.

Student Affairs

237 University Pavilion
(810) 762-3434
http://www.umflint.edu/dsa/

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs: Christopher M. Giordano, Ph.D.
Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students: Julie Ann Snyder, Ph.D.
Executive Secretary to the Vice Chancellor: Kelly B. Loury
Communications Coordinator: Lindsay N. Knake, B.S.
Financial Analyst: Mariann M. Quaderer, B.S.

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs provides leadership and coordinates activities within division areas to assist students in their academic and nonacademic lives at the university. These areas and activities support the academic mission of the university. The Division of Student Affairs (DSA) includes the Center for Gender and Sexuality (CGS); Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS); Dean of Students; Disability and Accessibility Support Services (DASS); Educational Opportunity Initiatives (EOI); Housing and Residential Life (HRL); the Intercultural Center (ICC); Mpowering My Success; Recreational Services; Student Involvement and Leadership (SIL); and Student Veterans Resource Center (SVRC).

Mpowering My Success

280 Harding Mott University Center 
(810) 762-3219
https://www.umflint.edu/eoi/mpowering-my-success/

Life Skills Coach: Rachel M. Osmer, MSW, LLMSW
Administrative Assistant: Nanette DeEulis

Department Mission: Mpowering My Success provides students who have experienced time in foster care with an added layer of support during their journey in college through personalized success plans that focus on education, mental health, belonging, relationships, and life skills. 

Department Vision: Mpowering My Success strives to graduate students who employ positive and healthy independent living skills that are pivotal to personal and professional success.

Often times, people who have experienced foster care lack traditional family support which can make transitioning into college and graduating difficult.  Mpowering My Success understands that success comes in many forms, and staff members strive to set up students for personal, financial, and academic success on their path to graduation and beyond! From group workshops to meeting one-on-one with a Life Skills Coach, Mpowering My Success aims to provide students with many resources to overcome potential challenges, build and develop life skills, and obtain a college degree.

Student Involvement and Leadership

Student Involvement and Leadership
361 Harding Mott University Center
(810) 762-3431
Fax: (810) 762-3023
http://www.umflint.edu/sil

Associate Director of Student Involvement and Leadership: Christopher J. DeEulis, M.A.
Program Manager, Jaleesa L. Herrington, M.A.
Administrative Assistant Senior for Student Involvement and Leadership: Mary A. Velasquez, B.A.

The Department of Student Involvement and Leadership offers many opportunities to get involved on campus and build your leadership skills through student organizations, fraternities and sororities, and educational programs.  We offer over 60 student organizations, ranging from social, cultural, honor societies, and academic groups. Getting involved enables students to develop important leadership skills that employers expect college graduates to have such as team work, inclusive leadership, problem-solving and planning skills, etc.  To learn more about our offerings, check us out at:  http://www.umflint.edu/sil

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Involvement in a fraternity or sorority provides a unique opportunity for students to have a balanced college life with a focus on academic excellence, brotherhood/sisterhood, community service and responsible social interaction. Greek Life allows students to make lasting friendships with individuals with similar ideals and purposes.  Greek organizations active on campus include:

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Kappa Sigma Fraternity
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority
Theta Chi Fraternity
Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority
Theta Phi Alpha Sorority
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Sponsored Student Organizations

Student Government

364 Harding Mott University Center
https://www.umflint.edu/sg/

Student Government serves as the official representative of the student community in expressing opinions and interests to the appropriate faculty, administrative, and student agencies. The purpose of Student Government is to listen to and act upon the needs and concerns of the students.

Student Government is responsible for appointing students to all University decision making committees. Anyone with a complaint or suggestion may visit the Student Government Office or voice his or her concern during the public opinion period at a Student Government meeting. Student Government assists student clubs and organizations through the recognition of club constitutions and the allocation of money to the clubs assisting them in operating and holding special events.  Student Government officers are elected by the students for a one year term in a school-wide election. All vacancies and representative positions are filled by appointment.

Student Publications:  The Michigan Times and Qua Literary Magazine

http://www.themichigantimes.com

Email: flint.sil.themtimes@umich.edu

Email: flint.sil.qua@umich.edu

The student newspaper, The Michigan Times, is produced by students for students. It publishes campus, entertainment and local news biweekly and serves as a forum for student opinion.

Qua, the campus literary magazine, provides students with opportunities to exhibit their talents in creative writing, graphics and photography.

Campus Activities Board

369 Harding Mott University Center

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a student run organization dedicated to making campus life more interesting and fun for students, faculty, staff and members of the surrounding community. CAB members are exposed to numerous and varied experiences. Skills ranging from contract negotiation, budget management, and event planning to fundraising are acquired by students involved in CAB. In addition, CAB members increase their understanding of group dynamics, develop as leaders and learn to effectively manage their time.

Black Student Union

375 Harding Mott University Center

BSU works to address social issues related to African Americans, as well as learning and supporting other races/ethnicities on campus.  The group collaborates with campus and community organizations to offer presentations, discussions, movies, and volunteer opportunities in the Flint community.  Any student who is interested in diversity and social justice issues is encouraged to free to join and come to general body meetings.

University Dining Service

324 Harding Mott University Center

(810) 762-3065 - Picasso Main

(810) 762-5988 - Picasso Catering

(810) 762-6571 - Housing & Residential Life Office (Student Meal Plans)

www.umflint.edu/diningservices

University Dining Services offers a variety of dining options across campus. In the Harding Mott University Center (UCEN), there is a food court on the third floor as well as Cafe Blue on the first level. Both are run by Picasso Restaurant Group, as well as Blue Bistro in the White Building. Picasso is the exclusive caterer for all of campus and can be booked for private and public events. In the University Pavilion there is a traditional style food court, with vendors that are operated independently such as Subway, Sportlite Grill and O’Blendz.

Maize Money and meal plans are available for all students, staff and faculty to purchase. A meal plan is required for First Time in College students (FTIAC) living on campus.  Maize Money is a declining balance that is loaded directly to the M-Card and can be used at all dining services locations, Barnes & Noble College on campus, Recreational Center, Printing Services, select vending machines, and the laundry machines in the residence halls. Maize Money can be added to your account on our website, or at the Office of Housing & Residential Life located in Riverfront Residence Hall room 101. Be sure to follow us on Facebook (@UMFlintDiningServices) for weekly menus, updates and more!